Wooroloo shooting: Man fighting for life after he was shot in the head on Perth’s outskirts
- Residents had to lock their doors after the man was shot
- He is in critical condition
- Second man is assisting the police with their investigation
One man is in custody while another is fighting for life after a shooting that sent a semi-rural community into lockdown.
Emergency workers rushed to the scene of the accident in Wooroloo, 55 kilometers east of Perth’s central business district, about 9am on Saturday after reports that a man in his 30s had been shot in the head.
Residents were warned to stay indoors and lock their doors while specialist officers responded to the incident and later arrested another man, who is currently being interviewed.
The police have now confirmed that there is no longer a direct threat to public safety.
Police rushed to the scene in Wooroloo after reports a man had been shot
Inspector Vic Hussey said the police Tactical Response Group and canine unit had been trying to track down other men suspected of being involved.
“With regard to the other individuals who have entered the bush, their whereabouts are unknown at this stage, but we strongly believe there is no threat to the community from these individuals,” he said.
No charges have been laid at this stage.
Inspector Hussey said he could not confirm whether the victim and the man currently in custody knew each other.
“There are a lot of moving parts in this investigation right now,” he said.
“So I can’t comment on that.”
A man is in custody after the shooting. Photo: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Police were called to the intersection of Needham Road and Marauba Close, in Wooroloo, 55km east of Perth’s CBD. Photo: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Paramedics treated the injured man’s injuries and a rescue helicopter took him to Royal Perth Hospital in a critical condition.
He remains in intensive care.
There remains a significant police presence in the area, including several specialist units.
Officers are searching the area for people who may be involved in the terrible incident.
Any suspicious activity must be reported to the police immediately on triple-0.
Further information will be provided as the response to the incident continues.
Residents of a Perth suburb were warned to lock their doors as specialist police responded to the Wooroloo shooting. Photo: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith